Describes a program utilizing grant money for a marine education project in a Floridian coastal elementary school. (PR)

Gold's physical and chemical properties are without equal for use in high-tech fields such as medicine, space, architecture, and electronics. This article, with an accompanying poster on gold, contains the following sections: Lore and Legends; Matter, Metals, and Minerals; The Origins of Gold; Mining and Recovery; Cultural Crossroads; Modern…

Describes a school activity in which junior high school students display science projects in a noncompetitive atmosphere in four categories: (1) group projects; (2) hands-on activities encouraging young children and parent participation; (3) research projects; and (4) scientific portrayals of figures, concepts, or events. (MDH)

Presents some simple demonstrations that students can construct for themselves in class to learn the difference between diffusion and convection rates. Uses cabbage leaves and gelatin and focuses on diffusion in ungelified media, a quantitative diffusion estimate with hydroxyl ions, and a quantitative diffusion estimate with photons. (DDR)

Describes the effects of thigmomorphogenesis, the mechanical stimulation of plants, and how to engage biology students in a study of this unusual plant response. Focuses on an exploration of the effect of wind on a particular plant variety. (DDR)

Discusses practical work which can be completed in a few hours that enables students to explore the genetics of the dandelion plant, which reproduces asexually. Dandelions, measuring instruments, and student imagination are needed for this activity. (DDR)

Presents an activity that provides a model of equilibrium with simple concrete examples. Uses an analogy that employs a box of matches and students in groups. (DDR)

Details the summer workshop experiences of a participant in the EPIcenter (Earth Processes Information Center for Teachers) Project. Describes the impact of the experience on the professional practices of the classroom teacher. (DDR)

Details the summer workshop experiences of a participant in the EPIcenter (Earth Processes Information Center for Teachers). Describes the impact of the experience on the professional practices of the classroom teacher. (DDR)

Focuses on the Science Training to Enhance Leadership and Learning through Accomplishments in Research (STELLAR) program, a six-week, hands-on science training program. Discusses various aspects of the program as well as its benefits. (DDR)

Reports on an expedition to the Galapagos Islands focusing on the flora and fauna of the environment. Examines evidence that supports the theory of evolution and related classroom activities. (DDR)

Documents the thoughts and experiences of teachers on an Earthwatch expedition to Trinidad. Describes the study of global warming, development of lesson plans, and rewards for students. (DDR)

Documents the thoughts and experiences of teachers on Earthwatch expeditions to Colorado and Michigan. Includes details of the Earthwatch program. (DDR)

Details a simulation that employs a paper-and-pencil model to demonstrate the principles behind automated DNA sequencing. Discusses the advantages of automated sequencing as well as the chemistry of automated DNA sequencing. (DDR)

Recommends that teachers avoid cookbook-type exercises and predescribed protocols for laboratory work and instead engage students in research that can teach critical thinking, problem solving, and analytical skills. (DDR)